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Old Dominion Freight LineSTU:ODF +0.08%94 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.79 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 7% above its 10-year median of 11.91. GuruFocus rates STU:ODF with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of €162.18 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 737 Transportation companies, Old Dominion Freight Line ranks worse than 98.64% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
STU:ODF'
s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.8 Med: 11.91 Max: 19.75
Current: 12.71
During the past years, Old Dominion Freight Line's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 19.75. The lowest was 5.80. And the median was 11.91.
STU:ODF's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than 98.64% of 737
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 1.27
vs STU:ODF: 12.71
The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller. He uses E10 for his Shiller PE Ratio calculation. E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings per share of a company over the past 10 years. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. The Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share is the average of the inflation adjusted book value per share of a company over the past 10 years.
Old Dominion Freight Line's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €18.284. Add all the adjusted book value per share for the past 10 years together and divide the count will get our Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share, which is €14.39 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.
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Old Dominion Freight Line (STU:ODF) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Explanation
Compared with the regular PB Ratio, which works poorly for cyclical businesses, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio smoothed out the fluctuations of book value during business cycles. Therefore it is more accurate in reflecting the valuation of the company.
If a company has consistent business performance, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should give similar results to regular PB Ratio.
Old Dominion Freight Line Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms
Old Dominion Freight Line Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Old Dominion Freight Line Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart
STU:ODF vs XPO, KNX, SAIA: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison
For the Trucking subindustry, Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Old Dominion Freight Line Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.
Old Dominion Freight Line Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Calculation
Like the Shiller PE Ratio, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio takes the Book Value per Share from the past 10 years, adjusts it for inflation, and then calculates the average. This average is then used for the P/B calculation. Because it considers this 10-year average, it's often referred to as the CAPB Ratio.
The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller to measure the valuation of the overall market. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Please note that we use the CPI data of the country/region where the company is headquartered. If the CPI data for that country/region is not available, then we will use the CPI data of the United States as default.
What does a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 12.79 mean?
Old Dominion Freight Line (STU:ODF) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 12.79 as of Aug. 02, 2026. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Old Dominion Freight Line and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 11.91. Over the past decade, Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 5.80 to 19.75. According to the industry distribution chart, Old Dominion Freight Line ranks #727 out of 737 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 98.6%.
Is Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Old Dominion Freight Line's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 12.79 is near median its 10-year median of 11.91. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.80 to a high of 19.75. The Transportation industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.27. Old Dominion Freight Line's value of 12.79 is 907.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Old Dominion Freight Line ranks #727 out of 737 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Old Dominion Freight Line has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Old Dominion Freight Line's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to XPO and KNX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Old Dominion Freight Line ranks #727 out of 737 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Old Dominion Freight Line in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.27. Old Dominion Freight Line's value of 12.79 is 907.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Old Dominion Freight Line's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 5.80 to 19.75 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.91 vs. the industry median of 1.27, Old Dominion Freight Line has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for a Transportation company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Transportation companies is 1.27, based on 737 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Old Dominion Freight Line's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 12.79 is 907.1% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio mean?
A high Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Old Dominion Freight Line and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Old Dominion Freight Line's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.79, which is near median its own 10-year median of 11.91. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Old Dominion Freight Line stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Old Dominion Freight Line (STU:ODF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €162.18, compared to a current price of €184.08 — trading 13.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.79, which is near median its 10-year median of 11.91 and 907.1% above the Transportation industry median of 1.27. Old Dominion Freight Line's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Old Dominion Freight Line (STU:ODF), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 12.79 as of Aug. 02, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Old Dominion Freight Line (STU:ODF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Old Dominion Freight Line stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €184.08 is trading 13.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €162.18.
GuruFocus considers Old Dominion Freight Line to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:ODF:
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 12.79 (near median its 10-year median of 11.91)
GF Value™: €162.18 vs. price of €184.08 (13.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 907.1% above the Transportation median (#727 of 737)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:ODF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Old Dominion Freight Line is the second-largest less-than-truckload carrier in the United States (following FedEx Freight), with roughly 260 service centers and 11,000-plus tractors. It is one of the most disciplined and efficient providers in the trucking industry, and its profitability and capital returns are well above those of its peers. Strategic initiatives focus on increasing network density through market-share gains and on maintaining industry-leading service (including ultralow cargo claims) through steadfast infrastructure investment.
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